Why mirrors can benefit people with obesity
In a new study from Texas Woman's University, researchers found viewing oneself in the mirror may help positively alter behavior in individuals with obesity.
The...
Obesity drugs may bring dangerous side effects
An essential part of obesity care is making sure treatments are safe for patients.
In a new study from the University of Cincinnati, researchers found...
Intermittent fasting can boost your weight loss, metabolic health
In a new study from the University of Illinois Chicago, researchers found intermittent fasting can produce clinically significant weight loss as well as improve...
This study finds the root cause of obesity
In a recent study published in The Journal of Physiology, researchers found a high-fat diet can disturb the body clock in the brain that...
If you travel a lot for business, you are more likely to be overweight
In a new study from Emory University, researchers found busy and stressful travel schedules may increase the risks of obesity, body fat percentage, and...
How bathroom scales could monitor your heart health
In a recent study from the Georgia Institute of Technology, researchers developed an experimental device that uses machine learning tools—and a bathroom scale—to monitor...
These two things can help you maintain weight loss effectively
In a new study from Vanderbilt University, researchers found that eating breakfast and stopping late-night snacking can effectively help maintain a healthy weight.
They suggest...
Curb your eating: Help your brain fight the urge to splurge
Ever tried to eat just one potato chip, or take just one bite of chocolate cake? It may feel impossible. A little nibble triggers...
Obesity kills over 4 million people every year, study finds
In a new study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, researchers found over 4 million deaths per year are caused by obesity.
Novel obesity treatments such as...
Lack of sleep can affect your walk, study finds
In a new study at MIT and the University of São Paulo, researchers found that if you can make up for lost sleep, even...